Job Description
Hygiene Team Leader
Location: Central Belt
Shift: 07:00-19:00, 4 on 4 off
Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a dedicated Team Manager to join the Hygiene Team at a site in the Central Belt. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the business, known for producing a variety of products to the retailers
Key Responsibilities:
As a Hygiene Team Leader , you will provide essential leadership to operational support teams, ensuring the delivery of key performance indicators (KPIs) on an hourly and shift basis. Your role will involve:
- Providing daily operational support leadership for your designated area.
- Ensuring safe hygiene compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and proper care of manufacturing assets.
- Liaising with the Site Operations Manager for planning and safe execution of hygiene and operational tasks.
- Organising and briefing staff on job allocations, risk assessments, and PPE usage.
- Collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, technical, and HR teams.
- Coaching and motivating your team to ensure adherence to business procedures.
- Participating in internal and supporting external audits (e.g., BRC).
- Assisting with site facilities management and contractor oversight.
- Contributing to the review and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Delivering results against agreed KPIs and driving productivity to meet cost standards.
What We’re Looking For:
- At least 2 years of hygiene experience in food production.
- Level 3 Award in Food Safety.
- Understanding of chemicals; COSHH training is ideal (training can be provided).
- Highly organised, motivated, and adaptable in a fast-moving environment.
- Excellent communication and people management skills.
- Ability to analyse problems and identify solutions.
- Team player with a tenacious approach.
- Forklift or scissor lift licence is an advantage but not essential.
Desirable Skills:
- Educated to ILM L2 or equivalent in a related vocational subject.
- Familiarity with plant and process manufacturing.
- Previous experience in food manufacturing.
